Materials, when used well, point to something greater than themselves, not the reverse. The key issue here is an awareness of the richer life of materials. What matters is what materials can do. And what they do is move someone. Take someone somewhere else. “When you wake up in the morning, Pooh,” said Piglet at […]

It is a rare treat to have these five architects in one room together for a discussion about life and architecture. Brit Andresen, Lindsay Johnson, Peter Stutchbury, Richard Leplastrier and Glenn Murcutt, all have contributed greatly to the profession in Australia. In this panel discussion they candidly share unique stories about significant influences and the journey […]

Architecture and design can operate at extraordinary scales. In Brisbane, our biggest firms work on the global stage. Companies like BVN Donovan Hill, Cox Rayner and Conrad Gargett Riddel have all made their mark. In last week’s post we talked about another world renowned architect firm coming to Brisbane for a 2015 build, Zaha Hadid Architects. […]

Can you really build farms on top of offices, in skyscrapers that look like they’ve been chopped into? Maybe not, but such outlandish designs profoundly influence how our cities will be built. The high-density future of cities around the world, rendered crisply in photo-realistic drawings and computer models, will be one of massive skyscrapers performing […]

We love the work of OVP. Theirs is a humble authentic architecture, it stands out in a world where ‘the spectacular’ is too often the dominant pursuit. Thanks to Design On-line for this insightful post. Words by Paul Owen, Director or Owen Vokes Peters “Beautiful ideas can be derived from simple, honest work—and innovation can be discovered […]

What is architecture? What can architecture do? What is your architectural position? What is your design method? These questions were put to a handful of the world’s most influential architects from around the world at this year’s Venice Architecture Biennale. After listening to the answers it is easy to see why these professionals are revered […]

A fascinating look at Rem’s 2014 Biennale through the crafted words of Peter Eisenman, well worth the read! Thanks Valentina Ciuffi and Dezeen. Venice Architecture Biennale 2014: curator Rem Koolhaas has used the biennale to announce the end of his “hegemony” over the profession, according to architect Peter Eisenman (+ interview). “He’s stating his end,” said Eisenman, adding: “Rem […]

Glenn delivers yet another inspirational talk about his beloved craft. What an honor it is to have teachers with such drive and passion in our life time. Soak it up people, this is gold! 2013 Public Lecture Series – GLENN MURCUTT

A 54 minute documentary on Australia architect Glenn Murcutt. Writer/director Peter Hyatt follows Murcutt to Sydney, Northern Australia, Papua New Guinea and Finland to observe his architecture and contribution to Green design well before sustainability became a catchphrase. Glenn Murcutt – Touch The Earth Lightly from Peter Hyatt on Vimeo.

Timothy Hill, John Macarthur and Naomi Stead in conversation about the promotion of Queensland architecture. The view from 111 Eagle Street by Cox Rayner Architects down Elizabeth Street towards South Bank and further inland. Image: Christopher Frederick Jones What happens when a state government body appoints an “ambassador” for architecture who is also a phenomenally popular […]